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  "country": "AE",
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  "generated": "2026-08-12T21:31:51.276Z",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original.",
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      "id": 696474,
      "title": "Iran sharpens military posture as US talks stall",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/iran-sharpens-military-posture-as-us-talks-stall",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:29:56.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Post",
        "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/iran-sharpens-military-posture-as-us-talks-stall/"
      },
      "summary": "Iran has reshaped its military leadership around battle-tested hardliners and ordered stronger offensive capabilities as negotiations with the United States remain deadlocked, signalling that Tehran is preparing for a prolonged confrontation rather than an early settlement to the Gulf war. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has appointed six senior commanders across the Armed Forces…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 696475,
      "title": "Google raises Pixel prices as AI takes centre stage",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/google-raises-pixel-prices-as-ai-takes-centre-stage",
      "topic": "ai",
      "section": "AI",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:29:54.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Post",
        "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/google-raises-pixel-prices-as-ai-takes-centre-stage/"
      },
      "summary": "Google has unveiled its Pixel 11 smartphone range with higher starting prices, a new Tensor G6 processor and deeper Gemini integration, placing artificial intelligence at the centre of its latest challenge to Apple and Samsung. The Pixel 11 starts at $899, while the Pixel 11 Pro is priced from $1,099 and the larger Pixel 11 Pro XL from $1,299. All three models are available for pre-order and […]…",
      "outlets": 1,
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    },
    {
      "id": 696476,
      "title": "Lazarus exploits Windows zero-day in defence attacks",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/lazarus-exploits-windows-zero-day-in-defence-attacks",
      "topic": "tech",
      "section": "Tech",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:29:22.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Post",
        "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/lazarus-exploits-windows-zero-day-in-defence-attacks/"
      },
      "summary": "North Korea-linked hackers exploited a previously unknown Windows vulnerability to gain the highest level of system privileges while targeting defence, aerospace and aviation organisations across several countries. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-68820, affects the Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock, known as AFD. sys. Microsoft patched the vulnerability on August 11 after it was found…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 698101,
      "title": "Treasury repeals ownership reporting rules for US companies",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/treasury-repeals-ownership-reporting-rules-for-us-companies",
      "topic": "finance",
      "section": "Finance & Markets",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:25:30.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/us/2026/08/12/treasury-reduces-ownership-reporting-rules-for-us-companies/"
      },
      "summary": "The US Treasury has finalised a rule exempting American companies and people from reporting beneficial ownership information to its financial crimes unit. The latest ruling from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network repeals reporting requirements that were previously under the Corporate Transparency Act, which was signed by former president Joe Biden in 2021 to battle illicit activity…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 696005,
      "title": "Treasury reduces ownership reporting rules for US companies",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/treasury-reduces-ownership-reporting-rules-for-us-companies",
      "topic": "finance",
      "section": "Finance & Markets",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:25:30.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/us/2026/08/12/treasury-reduces-ownership-reporting-rules-for-us-companies/"
      },
      "summary": "The US Treasury has finalised a rule exempting American companies and people from reporting beneficial ownership information to its financial crimes unit. The latest ruling from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network reduces reporting requirements that were previously under the Corporate Transparency Act, which was signed by former president Joe Biden in 2021 to battle illicit activity…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 696006,
      "title": "Iraq and US reach final agreement on anti-ISIS coalition withdrawal, Zaidi says",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/iraq-and-us-reach-final-agreement-on-anti-isis-coalition-withdrawal",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:08:09.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/us/2026/08/12/iraq-and-us-reach-final-agreement-on-anti-isis-coalition-withdrawal-zaidi-says/"
      },
      "summary": "The Iraqi government announced on Wednesday that it has come to a final agreement with US Central Command on the withdrawal from the country of the international coalition to defeat ISIS . Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi said in a statement that, from October 1, the country will be \"free from any foreign military presence and no weapons outside the control of the state\". Iraqi media reported that Mr…",
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    {
      "id": 693986,
      "title": "Ras Al Khaimah real estate transactions hit $787m in H1 2026",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/ras-al-khaimah-real-estate-transactions-hit-787m-in-h1-2026",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:07:31.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Business",
        "url": "https://www.arabianbusiness.com/real-estate/ras-al-khaimah-real-estate-transactions-hit-787m-in-h1-2026"
      },
      "summary": "Ras Al Khaimah real estate transactions reached $787m in H1 2026, including $369m of property sales and $316m of mortgages",
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    },
    {
      "id": 686786,
      "title": "Dubai announces flexible working changes and new employee wellbeing initiatives",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/dubai-announces-flexible-working-changes-and-new-employee-wellbeing",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T17:48:41.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Business",
        "url": "https://www.arabianbusiness.com/abnews/dubai-announces-flexible-working-changes-and-new-employee-wellbeing-initiatives"
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      "summary": "Dubai Government will review flexible working policies as DGHR launches three initiatives covering employee wellbeing, finances and workplace flexibility",
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    },
    {
      "id": 691001,
      "title": "President Sheikh Mohamed discusses regional stability with Bahrain’s King Hamad",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/president-sheikh-mohamed-discusses-regional-stability-with-bahrains-691001",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T17:46:22.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/08/12/president-sheikh-mohamed-discusses-regional-stability-with-bahrains-king-hamad/"
      },
      "summary": "President Sheikh Mohamed has received King Hamad of Bahrain in Abu Dhabi to discuss ties between the nations. The two leaders also discussed efforts to “strengthen security and stability for the benefit of all countries and peoples of the region”, state news agency Wam reported on Wednesday. Sheikh Mohamed and King Hamad spoke of their pride in the deep-rooted ties between their countries.…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 683618,
      "title": "Environmental impact of Iran war could last years with land, sea and air affected",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/environmental-impact-of-iran-war-could-last-years-with-land-sea-and",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T17:27:24.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/08/12/environmental-impact-of-iran-war-could-last-years-experts-warn-with-land-sea-and-air-affected/"
      },
      "summary": "Environmental contamination from the US-Israeli war with Iran could continue for years, a leading researcher has said, as concerns grow over two major oil slicks in the Arabian Gulf. Reports indicate that mangroves on Qeshm Island have been contaminated by oil, while a separate leak from a Russia-linked tanker has reportedly reached the Omani coast . There are fears this slick could expand and…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 688377,
      "title": "Start of partial eclipse in several regions of Spain",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/start-of-partial-eclipse-in-several-regions-of-spain",
      "topic": "science",
      "section": "Science",
      "published": "2026-08-12T17:23:44.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/start-of-partial-eclipse-in-several-regions-of-spain-2-1.500637970"
      },
      "summary": "Total solar eclipse to spellbind Europe",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 688929,
      "title": "OpenAI brings local AI processing to UAE",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/openai-brings-local-ai-processing-to-uae",
      "topic": "ai",
      "section": "AI",
      "published": "2026-08-12T17:21:14.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Post",
        "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/openai-brings-local-ai-processing-to-uae/"
      },
      "summary": "Arabian Post Staff -Dubai OpenAI has launched Inference Residency in the UAE, allowing eligible organisations to run artificial intelligence model inference on graphics processing units located within the country while using its enterprise and developer services. The move strengthens local control over sensitive AI workloads as government bodies and regulated industries expand their use of…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 681287,
      "title": "Hunger for Culture: New Airbnb Data Reveals Rise of Culinary Travel in Indonesia",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/hunger-for-culture-new-airbnb-data-reveals-rise-of-culinary-travel-in",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T17:09:51.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Post",
        "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/hunger-for-culture-new-airbnb-data-reveals-rise-of-culinary-travel-in-indonesia/"
      },
      "summary": "Food & Drink is now the fastest-growing category among Airbnb Experiences in Indonesia by search demand, with Bali emerging as the top spot for culinary bookings. BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 August 2026 – For many travelers, exploring local culinary traditions is the trip itself. New Airbnb data highlights the popularity of culinary Experiences across Indonesia, with both…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 680803,
      "title": "Lionel Messi doubts he will play 'much longer' after father's death",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/lionel-messi-doubts-he-will-play-much-longer-after-fathers-death",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:42:59.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/08/12/lionel-messi-doubts-he-will-play-much-longer-after-fathers-death/"
      },
      "summary": "Lionel Messi doubts his playing career will last “much longer” following the recent death of his father. Jorge Messi passed away on Saturday at the age of 68 after being hospitalised during this summer's World Cup. Lionel Messi, 39, posted a statement on social media on Wednesday saying he “does not know how to carry on.” “All I ever did was play football, and now I have a fair few doubts as to…",
      "outlets": 1,
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    },
    {
      "id": 680804,
      "title": "Du and Khalifa University 6G trials bolster UAE role in 'shaping the future'",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/du-and-khalifa-university-6g-trials-bolster-uae-role-in-shaping-the",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:38:53.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/technology/2026/08/12/6g-trials-uae-khalifa-university-du/"
      },
      "summary": "UAE-based telecoms company du and Khalifa University have conducted field trials for 6G, which they say validate the country's push to be a hub for innovation. During testing conducted on “live macro infrastructure” in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, outdoor coverage of up to 500 metres and peak downlink speeds approaching 1.5 gigabits per second were achieved, a paper published by the company…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 688378,
      "title": "Oman to establish four new industrial cities under 2026-2030 development drive",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/oman-to-establish-four-new-industrial-cities-under-2026-2030",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:38:48.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-to-establish-four-new-industrial-cities-under-2026-2030-development-drive-1.500638857"
      },
      "summary": "Dubai: Oman’s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) is moving ahead with plans to establish four new industrial cities across the Sultanate as part of the five-year development plan (2026-2030), expanding industrial investment beyond existing economic centres. The new industrial cities will be developed in Al Suwaiq in North Al Batinah, Al Mudhaibi in North Al Sharqiyah, Thumrait…",
      "outlets": 1,
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    {
      "id": 688379,
      "title": "Israel carries out first Gaza strike in more than week, one killed",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/israel-carries-out-first-gaza-strike-in-more-than-week-one-killed",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:29:51.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-carries-out-first-gaza-strike-in-more-than-week-one-killed-1.500638901"
      },
      "summary": "Israel launches first Gaza strike in over a week, kills one: army, Gaza authorities",
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      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 683621,
      "title": "Oil leak reaches Oman's beaches and closes in on largest island",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/oil-leak-reaches-omans-beaches-and-closes-in-on-largest-island-683621",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:24:51.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/oil-leak-pollutes-oman-beaches-and-closes-in-on-largest-island/"
      },
      "summary": "An oil leak off Oman has begun contaminating beaches as it edges closer to shore, officials said on Wednesday. Oil has been spilling from a stricken tanker, the Caroline Bezengi, after an explosion brought it to a standstill near Oman's Hallaniyat islands. With the oil slick drifting northwards, mainland Oman has not escaped the pollution. Monitoring results on Wednesday showed beaches in the Ras…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 680805,
      "title": "Oil leak reaches Oman's beaches and closes in on largest island",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/oil-leak-reaches-omans-beaches-and-closes-in-on-largest-island",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:24:51.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/oil-leak-pollutes-oman-beaches-and-closes-in-on-largest-island/"
      },
      "summary": "An oil leak off Oman has begun contaminating beaches as it edges closer to shore, officials said on Wednesday. Oil has been spilling from a stricken tanker, the Caroline Bezengi, after an explosion brought it to a standstill near Oman's Hallaniyat islands. With the oil slick drifting northwards, mainland Oman has not escaped the pollution. Monitoring results on Wednesday showed beaches in the Ras…",
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    {
      "id": 688380,
      "title": "Pakistan to set up free tech university based on merit",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/pakistan-to-set-up-free-tech-university-based-on-merit",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:24:02.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-to-set-up-free-tech-university-based-on-merit-1.500638737"
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      "outlets": 1,
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    {
      "id": 688382,
      "title": "Oil spill off Oman reportedly reaches mainland: UN agency",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/oil-spill-off-oman-reportedly-reaches-mainland-un-agency",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:13:29.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oil-spill-off-oman-reportedly-reaches-mainland-un-agency-1.500638915"
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      "summary": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 688383,
      "title": "Lebanon's sweeping amnesty law: what we know",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/lebanons-sweeping-amnesty-law-what-we-know",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:08:05.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanons-sweeping-amnesty-law-what-we-know-1.500638835"
      },
      "summary": null,
      "outlets": 1,
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    },
    {
      "id": 688384,
      "title": "GHD Platinum+ review: A premium straightener that earns its place on the dressing table",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/ghd-platinum-review-a-premium-straightener-that-earns-its-place-on",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T16:00:00.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/ghd-platinum-review-a-premium-straightener-that-earns-its-place-on-the-dressing-table-1.500631369"
      },
      "summary": "A good hair straightener should do more than leave hair sleek for an hour before frizz returns. The ghd Platinum+ aims to strike a better balance between styling performance and heat protection, using predictive technology instead of chasing ever higher temperatures. For many buyers, the real question is whether that approach justifies its premium position. The short answer is yes, for regular…",
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      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 683622,
      "title": "Abu Dhabi's free visa package set to attract more Indian tourists to UAE",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/abu-dhabis-free-visa-package-set-to-attract-more-indian-tourists-to-683622",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:45:47.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/08/12/abu-dhabis-free-visa-package-set-to-attract-more-indian-tourists-to-uae/"
      },
      "summary": "Indian travellers are zoning in on Abu Dhabi for family holidays following the announcement by authorities of free entry visas to the UAE. The summer heat and the Iran-US war are no barrier for travel enthusiasts who have decided to visit the Emirates. “It’s time for us to come again and explore Abu Dhabi,” Indian citizen Amit Mehta told The National from western Gujarat state. “I want to see the…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 680806,
      "title": "Abu Dhabi's free visa package set to attract more Indian tourists to UAE",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/abu-dhabis-free-visa-package-set-to-attract-more-indian-tourists-to",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:45:47.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/08/12/abu-dhabis-free-visa-package-set-to-attract-more-indian-tourists-to-uae/"
      },
      "summary": "Indian travellers are zoning in on Abu Dhabi for family holidays following the announcement by authorities of free entry visas to the UAE. The summer heat and the Iran-US war are no barrier for travel enthusiasts who have decided to visit the Emirates. “It’s time for us to come again and explore Abu Dhabi,” Indian citizen Amit Mehta told The National from western Gujarat state. “I want to see the…",
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    },
    {
      "id": 680573,
      "title": "UAE President and King of Bahrain discuss fraternal ties and regional developments",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/uae-president-and-king-of-bahrain-discuss-fraternal-ties-and-regional",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:42:48.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-king-of-bahrain-discuss-fraternal-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500638902"
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    },
    {
      "id": 680574,
      "title": "Trump says US will 'keep' Hormuz strait control",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/trump-says-us-will-keep-hormuz-strait-control-680574",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:23:23.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-us-will-keep-hormuz-strait-control-1.500638866"
      },
      "summary": "Trump says US will 'keep' Hormuz Strait",
      "outlets": 1,
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      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 680807,
      "title": "UAE's GSU opens 50MW solar plant in Central African Republic to power 300,000 homes",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/uaes-gsu-opens-50mw-solar-plant-in-central-african-republic-to-power-680807",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:20:04.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/08/12/uaes-gsu-opens-50mw-solar-plant-in-central-african-republic-to-power-300000-homes/"
      },
      "summary": "The UAE's Global South Utilities has opened a 50-megawatt solar power complex in the Central African Republic, which is expected to power more than 300,000 homes in the country. The plant in Sakai, an area near the capital Bangui, is expected to boost the country's electricity generation capacity by more than 60 per cent, Abu Dhabi-based GSU said in a statement on Wednesday. It is “the largest…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676233,
      "title": "UAE's GSU opens 50MW solar plant in Central African Republic to power 300,000 homes",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/uaes-gsu-opens-50mw-solar-plant-in-central-african-republic-to-power",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:20:04.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/08/12/uaes-gsu-opens-50mw-solar-plant-in-central-african-republic-to-power-300000-homes/"
      },
      "summary": "The UAE's Global South Utilities has opened a 50-megawatt solar power complex in the Central African Republic, which is expected to power more than 300,000 homes in the country. The plant in Sakai, an area near the capital Bangui, is expected to boost the country's electricity generation capacity by more than 60 per cent, Abu Dhabi-based GSU said in a statement on Wednesday. It is “the largest…",
      "outlets": 2,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 680808,
      "title": "Marco Rubio loves Tupac. What did other US secretaries of state listen to?",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/marco-rubio-loves-tupac-what-did-other-us-secretaries-of-state-listen-680808",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:13:38.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/music-stage/2026/08/12/marco-rubio-loves-tupac-what-did-other-us-secretaries-of-state-listen-to/"
      },
      "summary": "US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is not a fan of country music, citing the achy-breaky subject matter of many of its songs as the reason. In an interview alongside his wife Jeanette on The Katie Miller Podcast , Rubio said he disagreed with her twang-filled musical playlist, which includes the likes of country music star Morgan Wallen. “I think it’s just very sad. Most of the songs are about,…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676234,
      "title": "Marco Rubio loves Tupac. What did other US secretaries of state listen to?",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/marco-rubio-loves-tupac-what-did-other-us-secretaries-of-state-listen",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:13:38.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/music-stage/2026/08/12/marco-rubio-loves-tupac-what-did-other-us-secretaries-of-state-listen-to/"
      },
      "summary": "US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is not a fan of country music, citing the achy-breaky subject matter of many of its songs as the reason. In an interview alongside his wife Jeanette on The Katie Miller Podcast , Rubio said he disagreed with her twang-filled musical playlist, which includes the likes of country music star Morgan Wallen. “I think it’s just very sad. Most of the songs are about,…",
      "outlets": 2,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 680575,
      "title": "Los Angeles Lakers to be sold to Josh Kushner, Bob Iger for record $12.5 billion",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/los-angeles-lakers-to-be-sold-to-josh-kushner-bob-iger-for-record-12",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:12:50.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/los-angeles-lakers-to-be-sold-to-josh-kushner-bob-iger-for-record-125-billion-1.500638886"
      },
      "summary": "Los Angeles: The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-breaking price, the second such sale in a year. This sale agreement is $12.5 billion, according to a person familiar with the terms who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because neither side revealed specific details. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download…",
      "outlets": 1,
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      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 680809,
      "title": "Settlers maintain siege of Palestinian homes in West Bank as army withdraws",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/settlers-maintain-siege-of-palestinian-homes-in-west-bank-as-army-680809",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:10:36.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/settlers-maintain-siege-of-palestinian-homes-in-west-bank-as-army-withdraws/"
      },
      "summary": "Israel's military has withdrawn troops sent on Wednesday to end a days-long siege by settlers on Palestinian homes in the occupied West Bank . One family, who live on the outskirts of Qusra village, near the northern city of Nablus , have been unable to leave their home since Sunday after settlers established an illegal outpost on their land. An ambulance managed to reach the house on Tuesday…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676235,
      "title": "Settlers maintain siege of Palestinian homes in West Bank as army withdraws",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/settlers-maintain-siege-of-palestinian-homes-in-west-bank-as-army",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T15:10:36.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/settlers-maintain-siege-of-palestinian-homes-in-west-bank-as-army-withdraws/"
      },
      "summary": "Israel's military has withdrawn troops sent on Wednesday to end a days-long siege by settlers on Palestinian homes in the occupied West Bank . One family, who live on the outskirts of Qusra village, near the northern city of Nablus , have been unable to leave their home since Sunday after settlers established an illegal outpost on their land. An ambulance managed to reach the house on Tuesday…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676236,
      "title": "How Houthis gained enough firepower to be major military force",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/how-houthis-gained-enough-firepower-to-be-major-military-force",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:59:04.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/how-houthis-gained-enough-firepower-to-be-major-military-player/"
      },
      "summary": "The Houthi rebels ' missile advances have created a “global threat” with a military might that far outstrips many modern armies, experts have told The National . For more than a decade the Iran-backed Houthis have been building up their aerial arsenal. They have assembled an inventory of attack drones, long-range ballistic rockets , anti-ship cruise missiles and kamikaze speedboats. The arsenal…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 673047,
      "title": "How Houthis gained enough firepower to be major military player",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/how-houthis-gained-enough-firepower-to-be-major-military-player",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:59:04.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/how-houthis-gained-enough-firepower-to-be-major-military-player/"
      },
      "summary": "The Houthi rebels ' missile advances have created a “global threat” with a military might that far outstrips many modern armies, experts have told The National . For more than a decade the Iran-backed Houthis have been building up their aerial arsenal. They have assembled an inventory of attack drones, long-range ballistic rockets , anti-ship cruise missiles and kamikaze speedboats. The arsenal…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 680576,
      "title": "US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 12)",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:50:16.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-12-1.500638829"
      },
      "summary": "Dubai: The regional security situation continues to shape daily life, from flight schedules and fuel prices to shipping routes through the Gulf. Here's a round-up of Wednesday's key developments and what they mean for residents, whether you're flying out tonight, tracking the markets, or simply staying informed. Regional situation Tensions in the region remain high, with several developments…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 680577,
      "title": "Kuwait foils terrorist plot targeting vital facility",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/kuwait-foils-terrorist-plot-targeting-vital-facility-680577",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:35:31.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-foils-terrorist-plot-targeting-vital-facility-1.500638789"
      },
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      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 672927,
      "title": "Kuwait foils terrorist plot targeting vital facility",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/kuwait-foils-terrorist-plot-targeting-vital-facility",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:35:31.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/c1p3sop-kuwait-foils-terrorist-plot-targeting-vital-1.500638789"
      },
      "summary": null,
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676238,
      "title": "Kuwait foils 'ISIS plot' targeting vital infrastructure and arrests suspect",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/kuwait-foils-isis-plot-targeting-vital-infrastructure-and-arrests-676238",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:33:16.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/08/12/kuwait-foils-isis-plot-targeting-vital-infrastructure-and-arrests-suspect/"
      },
      "summary": "Kuwait 's security services say they have foiled a terrorist plot targeting vital infrastructure in the Gulf country and arrested a suspect linked to ISIS before he could carry out an attack. The Interior Ministry on Wednesday said the suspect was arrested following “meticulous” security monitoring and surveillance operations. Investigations found that the suspect had received training in…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 673049,
      "title": "Kuwait foils 'ISIS plot' targeting vital infrastructure and arrests suspect",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/kuwait-foils-isis-plot-targeting-vital-infrastructure-and-arrests",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:33:16.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/08/12/kuwait-foils-isis-plot-targeting-vital-infrastructure-and-arrests-suspect/"
      },
      "summary": "Kuwait 's security services say they have foiled a terrorist plot targeting vital infrastructure in the Gulf country and arrested a suspect linked to ISIS before he could carry out an attack. The Interior Ministry on Wednesday said the suspect was arrested following “meticulous” security monitoring and surveillance operations. Investigations found that the suspect had received training in…",
      "outlets": 2,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 672928,
      "title": "Ronaldo sends message of support to Messi following father’s death",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/ronaldo-sends-message-of-support-to-messi-following-fathers-death",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:32:29.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-sends-message-of-support-to-messi-following-fathers-death-1.500638836"
      },
      "summary": "Dubai: Cristiano Ronaldo has put his rivalry with Lionel Messi to one side, offering a heartfelt message of support following the death of the Argentine’s father. Messi was left mourning the loss of his father, Jorge, who died aged 68 following a long illness. Jorge had played a hugely influential role in his son’s life and career, serving as his agent from a young age.",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676239,
      "title": "UK accused of mounting increasingly aggressive tactics to refuse Gazans entry",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/uk-accused-of-mounting-increasingly-aggressive-tactics-to-refuse-676239",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:28:37.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uk/2026/08/12/uk-accused-of-mounting-increasingly-aggressive-tactics-to-refuse-gazans-entry/"
      },
      "summary": "Legal challenges by the UK government to Palestinians' attempts to travel to the UK to be reunited with their families are becoming increasingly aggressive, a campaigner has said. Ghassan Ghaben, co-founder of Gaza Families Reunited, said immigration lawyers with whom he works have noticed an increased determination to challenge successful appeals by Palestinians . Mr Ghaben was speaking after…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 673050,
      "title": "UK accused of mounting increasingly aggressive tactics to refuse Gazans entry",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/uk-accused-of-mounting-increasingly-aggressive-tactics-to-refuse",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:28:37.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uk/2026/08/12/uk-accused-of-mounting-increasingly-aggressive-tactics-to-refuse-gazans-entry/"
      },
      "summary": "Legal challenges by the UK government to Palestinians' attempts to travel to the UK to be reunited with their families are becoming increasingly aggressive, a campaigner has said. Ghassan Ghaben, co-founder of Gaza Families Reunited, said immigration lawyers with whom he works have noticed an increased determination to challenge successful appeals by Palestinians . Mr Ghaben was speaking after…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 676240,
      "title": "Zlatko Dalic appointed UAE national team coach",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/zlatko-dalic-appointed-uae-national-team-coach-676240",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:20:13.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/08/12/zlatko-dalic-appointed-uae-national-team-coach/"
      },
      "summary": "The UAE have appointed Zlatko Dalic as head coach of the national team. The Croatian returns to UAE football having previously enjoyed a successful spell in charge of Al Ain from 2014-17. Reports suggest Dalic has signed a four-year contract which runs until the end of the qualification cycle for the 2030 World Cup, although the UAE FA have not provided any details. Dalic , 59, was a free agent…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 673051,
      "title": "Zlatko Dalic appointed UAE national team coach",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/zlatko-dalic-appointed-uae-national-team-coach",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:20:13.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National Business",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/08/12/zlatko-dalic-appointed-uae-national-team-coach/"
      },
      "summary": "The UAE have appointed Zlatko Dalic as head coach of the national team. The Croatian returns to UAE football having previously enjoyed a successful spell in charge of Al Ain from 2014-17. Reports suggest Dalic has signed a four-year contract which runs until the end of the qualification cycle for the 2030 World Cup, although the UAE FA have not provided any details. Dalic , 59, was a free agent…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 673423,
      "title": "Vinpearl Named The Strongest Hotel Brand Globally",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/vinpearl-named-the-strongest-hotel-brand-globally",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:09:49.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Arabian Post",
        "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/vinpearl-named-the-strongest-hotel-brand-globally/"
      },
      "summary": "HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 August 2026 - Vinpearl has officially been named the strongest hotel brand globally in 2026 by Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation consultancy, with its brand value surging 86% to US$381 million . This marks the first time a Vietnamese brand has claimed the No. 1 position in global hotel brand strength and entered the Top 50 Most…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 668860,
      "title": "Egypt's latest road tragedy fuels outcry over child labour",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/egypts-latest-road-tragedy-fuels-outcry-over-child-labour",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:04:27.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/12/egypts-latest-road-tragedy-fuels-outcry-over-child-labour/"
      },
      "summary": "Thousands die every year on Egypt 's roads, a death toll that routinely raises questions about safety and respect for traffic laws. But a collision this week that killed 18 people, mostly children, has touched the hearts of millions and dominated social media. Most of those killed were farm workers from underprivileged backgrounds, whose deaths have raised questions about Egyptian society and…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 668861,
      "title": "The Gulf's real mobility test is the last mile",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/the-gulfs-real-mobility-test-is-the-last-mile",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T14:00:00.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "The National UAE",
        "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2026/08/12/transport-gulf-gcc/"
      },
      "summary": "Across the GCC, transport infrastructure is transforming how people move. Metro networks are expanding, national rail programmes are advancing and cities are investing heavily in integrated mobility systems. The GCC Railway programme alone represents an estimated investment of $240 billion. Ultimately, success is less about what has been built and more about how people experience it. If the…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 672930,
      "title": "Trisha shares cryptic ‘drama at this age is embarrassing’ message as Sangeetha drops divorce case against Vijay",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/trisha-shares-cryptic-drama-at-this-age-is-embarrassing-message-as",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T13:47:18.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Gulf News",
        "url": "https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/trisha-shares-cryptic-drama-at-this-age-is-embarrassing-message-as-sangeetha-drops-divorce-case-against-vijay-1.500638773"
      },
      "summary": "Actress Trisha Krishnan has shared a series of reflective Instagram Stories, days after Sangeetha Sornalingam withdrew the divorce petition she had filed against her husband, actor and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. One of the posts shared by Trisha read: “Drama at this age is embarrassing … Go make some money and find peace.” She did not provide any context or indicate that the message was…",
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      "ai_generated": true
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